CVE-2005-2181
First published: Sun Jul 10 2005(Updated: )
Cisco 7940/7960 Voice over IP (VoIP) phones do not properly check the Call-ID, branch, and tag values in a NOTIFY message to verify a subscription, which allows remote attackers to spoof messages such as the "Messages waiting" message.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| Cisco IP phone 7940 firmware | ||
| Cisco VoIP Phone CP-7940 | ||
| All of | ||
| Cisco IP Phone 7960 Firmware | ||
| Cisco VoIP Phone CP-7960 | ||
| Cisco 7960 Router | ||
| Cisco 7940 Router |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2181?
The severity of CVE-2005-2181 is considered moderate, as it allows for spoofing of messages on affected Cisco VoIP phones.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2181?
To fix CVE-2005-2181, update the firmware of affected Cisco 7940 and 7960 VoIP phones to the latest version provided by Cisco.
Which Cisco products are affected by CVE-2005-2181?
CVE-2005-2181 affects Cisco 7940 and 7960 VoIP phones that do not properly check certain values in NOTIFY messages.
Can CVE-2005-2181 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-2181 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending specially crafted NOTIFY messages.
What types of attacks can CVE-2005-2181 enable?
CVE-2005-2181 can enable attackers to spoof messages like 'Messages waiting', potentially misleading users and affecting communications.
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